Watermelons
Watermelons
Over 1,200 watermelon varieties can be be found and can weigh up to 200 lbs.
Fun Facts:
Watermelon is grown in over 96 countries worldwide.
In China and Japan watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
Watermelon is 92% water.
Watermelon is avaialble in the traditional red variety, as well as the lesser known yellow variety.
Seasonality:
California, May, June, July, August, September, October
Who Grows It
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Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/2 cup cubed |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories: 23 | |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat: 0.11g | 0% |
| Cholesterol: 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium: 1mg | 0.04% |
| Total Carbohydrate: 5.74g | 1.91% |
| Dietary Fiber: 0.3 | 0% |
| Sugars: 4.71g | |
| Protein: 0.46g | |
| Vitamin A 8.64% | Vitamin C 10.33% |
| Calcium 0.5% | Iron 1% |
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Source: USDA National Nutrient Database |
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